An Introduction to The Productive Ward

An Introduction to The Productive Ward focuses on improving ward processes and environments to help nurses and therapists spend more time on patient care thereby improving safety and efficiency.

This e-module has been designed to provide you with a good overview of the productive ward process, how it is implemented and an insight into some of the benefits that can be realised from adoption.
It is specifically designed for those who manage or work within a nursing ward environment.

The learning objective for this module is:

To provide you with a good understanding of The Productive Ward programme so that you can be ready to get involved in The Productive Ward activities as they are adopted in your area.

Lesson Plan

An Introduction to The Productive Ward is one of the introductory modules that form part of The Productive Series: Releasing Time to Care. This programme has been developed by the NHS Institute for
Innovation and Improvement to help front-line staff spend more time on patient care, reduce waste and improve efficiency.

The Government aim to introduce the Productive Ward methodology into 100% of Acute, Mental Health, Community Hospital wards and Community Services teams by 31st March 2014. The Productive Series
programmes have already been adopted by a high percentage of organisations and front line teams are using the tools and methodology to improve care, increase the time spent with patients, deliver
process efficiencies and financial savings.

Certification

On completion of this course you will be able to download a Virtual College certificate.

Duration

Approximately 1 - 2 hours. The length of time taken depends entirely on how quickly you can study and absorb the material. You can proceed as quickly or slowly as you like.

Target Audience

This module is targeted specifically at those who manage or work within a nursing ward environment.